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Obesity has become the new normal but it's still a health risk

Obesity has become the new normal but it's still a health risk | ED 262 mylineONLINE:  Gender, Sexism, & Sexual Orientations | Scoop.it
Nike has recently displayed a plus-sized mannequin in its London store, triggering responses ranging from outrage to celebration. But there's no denying the health risks of obesity.

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Childhood obesity is getting worse, study says

Childhood obesity is getting worse, study says | ED 262 mylineONLINE:  Gender, Sexism, & Sexual Orientations | Scoop.it
A new analysis suggests obesity and severe obesity continues to climb among children, with a significant increase seen in those 2 to 5 years old.

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Is Samoa's Obesity Epidemic A Harbinger For Other Developing Nations?

Is Samoa's Obesity Epidemic A Harbinger For Other Developing Nations? | ED 262 mylineONLINE:  Gender, Sexism, & Sexual Orientations | Scoop.it
Obesity and Type 2 diabetes are becoming more common all over the world. But the tiny Samoan islands now have the highest rates. An epidemiologist blames changes in diet brought on by globalization.

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How Sexism and Implicit Bias Hurt Girls and Women's Health

How Sexism and Implicit Bias Hurt Girls and Women's Health | ED 262 mylineONLINE:  Gender, Sexism, & Sexual Orientations | Scoop.it
Sometimes, the effects of sexism and implicit gender bias are difficult to show. However, in the case of women's health care, there's very little ambiguity. Women should be aware of what these problems look like, so that they can identify doctors who similarly understand them and can fairly diagnose and treat them.

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Laura Lee Smith's comment, July 7, 2015 4:38 PM
This is absolutely true and sadly most (even women) don't realize they are operating under these biases,
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Fighting obesity with better-designed menus

Fighting obesity with better-designed menus | ED 262 mylineONLINE:  Gender, Sexism, & Sexual Orientations | Scoop.it

"New research finds calorie counts can be effective—if the figures are properly placed ..."


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5 Ways Being Tall Affects Your Health

5 Ways Being Tall Affects Your Health | ED 262 mylineONLINE:  Gender, Sexism, & Sexual Orientations | Scoop.it
Being tall has been linked to higher risk for blood clots and cancer—but it may also protect against diabetes and heart disease.

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Can identity be chosen or is it inborn? – Katharine Quarmby – Aeon

Can identity be chosen or is it inborn? – Katharine Quarmby – Aeon | ED 262 mylineONLINE:  Gender, Sexism, & Sexual Orientations | Scoop.it
Caitlyn Jenner identifies as a woman, Rachel Dolezal as black. Why should one be legitimate and the other condemned?

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